RN Radiation Oncology (Per Diem)

Hartford HealthCare; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare's St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport, CT, is seeking a Per Diem Oncology Nurse. You will educate patients on the radiation therapy process, discuss treatment modalities, and support physicians during consultations.

This role requires an active Connecticut RN license, a BSN, and preferred Oncology nursing experience. Join a dedicated team at the Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute delivering integrated cancer care across the state.

Qualifications

• Current Connecticut RN license.
• BSN required.
• Two years of Oncology nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Educates patients on the radiation therapy process, procedures and simulation experience.
• Discuss the various treatment modalities to be implemented; regarding identified learning needs, skin care, potential side effects and system management, pain control measures and nutritional needs.
• Assist physicians with patient examination during consultations, weekly status check, follow-up visits, and as needed.
• Provide nursing care as prescribed by the physician or warranted by patient condition. Includes but not limited to administering medications, dressing changes, skin and wound care, suctioning of patients, glucose monitoring, and monitoring of oxygen saturations.

Skills

Oncology nursing

Nursing care

Education

BSN

Connecticut RN License

Job description

Location Detail: St Vincents Medical Center (10427)
Shift Detail: Per Diem

Work where every moment matters.

The Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute focuses on offering our cancer patients an unparalleled network of coordinated services– all under one roof. Our system of care includes a truly integrated team with the most talented, experienced, and compassionate caregivers and physicians, backed by the latest cutting‑edge technology. The Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at St. Vincent’s Medical Center has been designated as the first Care Partner of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) in the United States. Hartford HealthCare is set to open a new state‑of‑the‑art cancer center at 4185 Black Rock Turnpike near the Merritt Parkway in Fairfield in April 2025. The 25,000‑square‑foot facility will offer chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, surgical consultations, imaging and laboratory testing on site.

Responsibilities

• Educates patients on the radiation therapy process, procedures and simulation experience.
• Discuss the various treatment modalities to be implemented; regarding identified learning needs, skin care, potential side effects and system management, pain control measures and nutritional needs.
• Assist physicians with patient examination during consultations, weekly status check, follow-up visits, and as needed.
• Provide nursing care as prescribed by the physician or warranted by patient condition. Includes but not limited to administering medications, dressing changes, skin and wound care, suctioning of patients, glucose monitoring, and monitoring of oxygen saturations.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Current Connecticut RN License

Education

• BSN required

Experience

• Two (2) years of Previous Oncology Nursing experience strongly preferred

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.

We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.